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Chiefs Rookie LT Josh Simmons Returns vs. Broncos, Draws ‘Respectable’ Review From Andy Reid

After a family-related absence, the first-round pick rejoined the lineup to a measured endorsement from his coach.

Overview

  • Simmons started at left tackle in Week 11 at Denver after practicing fully during the bye and being removed from the injury report.
  • Andy Reid said Simmons handled the week and assignment well but noted penalties to clean up following his first game back.
  • Preliminary PFF data credited Simmons with a 73.1 pass-blocking grade on 49 snaps with four pressures allowed and three penalties.
  • The matchup came against a Broncos front that led the NFL in sacks entering the game, heightening the challenge in his return.
  • Kansas City fell 22-19 to drop to 5-5, a result that tightens the AFC West race after weeks without Simmons and with limited public detail on his absence.